Information on Adoption Families
Welcome to Adoption Australia. The following is a little more information on what is involved.

The bonds of family are no less strong in an adoptive family than in a biological one. There are some extra challenges, children will understandably want to know about their birth parents and at some stage maybe even meet them and this can be difficult for the adoptive parents to understand, however the joy of children is such that this really is insignificant. If you are considering adopting a child then you may like:

Detailed information on the Adoption process in your state
Information on adopting a child from Australia
Information on inter-country (overseas) adoption
Our recommendations on what you may need to do to meet the eligibility criteria of your local state adoption department
Details on the eligibility criteria from countries that are open to adoption by Australian families
Information on estimated costs and fees for the various adoption processes
Information on international law and how this effects inter-country adoptions, and recommendations to ensure everything you do is above board and meets international law
Contact details for agencies, support groups and non-governmental organisation involved in the adoption process

Our staff will provide you with the information you require in an easy to read and understand format. We aim to provide you with all the information you require to assist you through the adoption process. Parenting an adopted child is a rewarding and life changing experience, much like parenting a biological child. Adoption, however, is a different process that has started for you and your adopted child well before you have even met

If you have any questions on Adoption Families or about other issues involved with adoption, please fill in the form on our services page.